The Sangguniang Panlalawigan in Resolution No. 5316-2020 declared the state of calamity on October 27, in the entire province of Oriental Mindoro to protect its inhabitants and provide rescue, relief, rehabilitation, and recovery assistance to victims of Typhoon Quinta that severely hit the province on October 26.
An estimated 97 families, or over 200 individuals, have been evacuated from their homes, according to the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office (PDRRMO).
Aldczar Aurelio, Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) weather specialist, said Quinta will remain at typhoon category throughout its passage from Mindoro to WPS Monday morning.
